Four reasons the Kubota RTV-X is a winner

Kubota has been building engines for more than a century, producing its first oil-based units back in 1922, and the company has also been turning out farm machinery for much of that time.

For more than 40 years Australian farmers have come to love the rugged reliability of Kubota equipment, from its tractors to its loaders, and of course its versatile range of do-it-all UTVs.

The trusted brand’s UTVs just got smarter, safer and more productive than ever before, with the introduction of the new RTV-X lineup. Forget what you already know about UTVs, because the RTV-X sets a new standard.

For 2025 the RTV-X scores a gruntier engine, upgraded transmission, more technology, smarter functionality and it’s tougher too. For fans of the brand, the new RTV-X Series builds on the features customers know and love, offering a familiar platform with even more bells and whistles.

The range includes both two- and four-seat options, with loads of customisability across the tray and cabin configurations, making the RTV-X a true jack-of-all-trades on the farm, construction site, golf course or trail.

Here are four reasons why the Kubota RTV-X is the best pound-for-pound option if you’re in the market for a versatile UTV.

Whether you’re transporting people, repairing fences or carrying a tray-load of gravel, the new RTV-X models offer unrivalled comfort for all occupants.

The RTV-X features a redesigned ROPS-equipped cabin with improved seating, while intuitive controls make operation simple, and an adjustable steering wheel provides the perfect driving position.

For users that put the RTV-X to work before the sun rises, or after it descends, powerful LED headlights will light up the night until the job is done.

Whether you’re towing a 1000kg trailer behind the RTV-X, or have a hefty 500kg load in the tray, it will do it without breaking a sweat. The RTV-X will handle, ride and perform as though it’s empty!

Kubota has equipped the RTV-X for serious off-road performance right out of the box, ready for the toughest trails you can throw at it.

Independent suspension all-round provides a smooth, stable ride no matter the terrain, underpinned by a heavy-duty steel frame that helps to isolate occupants from noise and vibration.

The RTV-X features a full-time 4x4 system, offering superior traction across a range of surfaces, and a limited-slip front differential and locking rear differential minimise wheelspin when the going gets tough.

New heavy-duty off-road tyres ensure a comfortable ride, providing immense grip on grass, gravel, tarmac or even muddy trails. Meanwhile, a rugged underbody skid plate and CV joint guards protect critical components.

The RTV-X will go up and over anything, but it’ll also stop with ease thanks to multi-disk wet brakes that provide powerful stopping force when navigating steep declines. The VHT-X transmission adds dynamic braking, slowing the vehicle when the accelerator is released.

Whether hunting deep in the bush, or shuttling students around a University campus, the RTV-X is up to the task, ready to power your productivity while offering car-like comfort.

The RTV-X is a serious workhorse, which is likely to give your dual-cab ute a run for its money!

Kubota’s new RTV-X features a heavy-duty steel cargo box capable of carrying up to 500kg, with integrated tie-down points for the toughest of loads. When it comes time to empty the tray, the hydraulic bed dump feature allows users to tip a load with precise control at the flick of a lever.

A new Pro-Konvert tray fitted to the two-seat model also features three-way opening, spray-on tub liner, and it can even be converted into a flatbed for large or bulky items making it the most versatile tray option yet.

Four-seat models remain immensely versatile, too, with one- or two-row convertibility that allows users to move more people or more cargo depending on the scenario. The second row can be folded, increasing the size of the tray to power your productivity.

The RTV-X is also capable of towing up to 1000kg and features standard two-inch hitch receivers front and back, further enhancing its carrying capacity.

At the heart of the hardy RTV-X is a three-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine producing a stout output of 24.8hp, mated to a revised VHT-X transmission.

The Kubota diesel engine will keep you moving forward, with a well-earned reputation for dependable performance in the harshest of Australian conditions. This engine offers the torque needed to tow or carry heavy loads across a range of rugged terrain, with fuel efficiency to keep you going for longer.

The revised variable hydrostatic transmission provides exceptional performance at all speeds, while also offering dynamic braking as you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. This is particularly reassuring when navigating steep descents, slowing the RTV-X smoothly while prolonging the life of the disc brakes.

The Kubota RTV-X takes the popular model line into the future, with more features than ever before in a comfortable work-ready package – all while offering the same rugged dependability the brand is known for.

Whether you intend to put the RTV-X to work on a farm, construction site or property, the range promises to offer a practical, powerful and safe solution that will power your productivity day in, day-out.

It’s all in a day’s work for the Kubota RTV-X Series, available now at Kubota dealers around the country. For more information on the Kubota RTV-X Series models and to find a dealer near you, head to Kubota.com.au